World History
English Revolutions
The English Revolutions refers to the series of political, social and economic transformations that led to Britain’s transition from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional parliamentary democracy. Unlike the violent upheavals seen in France
American Revolution
The American Revolution (1775–1783) was a political and military conflict between the Thirteen American Colonies and Great Britain, leading to the colonies’ independence. Rooted in resistance to British taxation and lack of representation,
Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution was a transformative period that began in Britain in the mid-18th century, marking the shift from agrarian economies to industrialized, machine-based production. Innovations like the steam engine
Rise of Nationalism in Europe – Italy and Germany
Nationalism is a political and social ideology that advocates for the self-determination of people who share a common identity based on language, culture, history, and ethnicity.
French Revolution
The French Revolution (1789–1799) was a political, social and economic upheaval in France that led to the overthrow of the monarchy, the abolition of feudal privileges and the establishment of a republic. It was a period of radical
Colonialism and Imperialism
Colonialism and imperialism are two interconnected yet distinct concepts in world history that played a significant role in shaping global political, economic, and social structures. These processes were driven by the expansionist policies
Growth of Socialism and Russian Revolution
Socialism is a political, economic and social ideology that advocates for collective or governmental ownership and management of the means of production and distribution of goods.
World War 1
World War 1 (1914-1918) was a global conflict primarily fought between the Allied Powers, led by Britain, France, and Russia, and the Central Powers, led by Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire.
The Great Depression
The Great Depression was a severe and prolonged global economic downturn that began in 1929 and lasted until the late 1930s. It was characterized by massive declines in industrial production,
World War 2
World War 2 (1939–1945) was the most devastating and far-reaching conflict in human history, involving over 30 nations and resulting in an estimated 70–85 million deaths. It was triggered by the aggressive expansionist policies
Redrawal of National Boundaries
The redrawal of national boundaries has been a defining feature of global history, shaping the political, social and economic landscapes of nations. From the collapse of empires and colonialism
Decolonization
Decolonization refers to the process by which colonial territories gained independence from European imperial powers, leading to the formation of sovereign nations, primarily in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Caribbean
Cold War
The Cold War was a geopolitical, ideological, and economic struggle between the United States (U.S.) and the Soviet Union (USSR) that shaped international relations for nearly five decades. Unlike traditional wars,
Disintegration of Soviet Union
The disintegration of Soviet Union in 1991 marked the end of the Cold War and the collapse of the bipolar world order, leading to U.S. unipolar dominance. The Soviet Union, which once controlled a vast territory
US Hegemony
US Hegemony refers to its dominance in economic, military, political, and cultural spheres, shaping global affairs since World War II. Emerging as a superpower, the U.S. established institutions like the UN, IMF, World Bank, and NATO
